Contrary to popular misconception, the Army is capable of tolerating, even encouraging, individuality amongst its officers, particularly when they are inherently competent. Yet, as readers of Balkan Blue will discover it is a gloriously untypical autobiography covering the unlikely combination of the eccentric Redgrave clan and service life, the lighter side of which the author refreshingly captures.
Major General Sir Roy Redgrave KBE MC saw active service in the Second World War with The Blues. His career culminated in two top appointments as commanding general in Berlin and Hong Kong.
Following retirment he travelled widely and his memoirs Balkan Blue have been reprinted. He lived in Chelsea, London.
Major-General Sir Roy Redgrave died on 3rd June 2011, aged 85.
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